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Vitality

February Edition

In the spirit of being sustainable, economically efficient, and allowing instant access to the latest Vitality Employee Newsletter, we provide all issues in electronic format. 

 


The Psychology of Belonging: Navigating Identity on a College Campus

The Psychology of Belonging: Navigating Identity on a College Campus

Tuesday, February 3, at 7 p.m. in ATS: Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum joins Dickinson College for a moderated conversation inspired by her New York Times-bestselling book, Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?


National Wear Red Day | Friday, February 6

National Wear Red Day | Friday, February 6

Join us for a WEAR RED - GO RED table event in the lower level of the HUB on Friday, February 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. SHOW us your RED! Support Go Red For Women by participating in the American Heart Association’s National Wear Red Day®.


Nominations for the Distinguished Staff Award

Nominations for the Distinguished Staff Award

Nominations for the Distinguished Staff Award can be submitted by any member of the college community, including faculty, staff, and students. Nominations are reviewed by the Staff Forum and are open through Friday, March 6.


2026 National Student Employment Week

2026 National Student Employment Week

Dickinson will celebrate National Student Employment Week from April 13 through April 17. Dickinson will honor all nominees and present the Student Employee of the Year and Supervisor of the Year Awards. Click here to see the process and deadlines.


Workday Training

Workday Training

RSVP in EngageD: Purchasing Cards & Expense Reports Training Virtual Session is scheduled for Thursday, February 12, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. | Workday Wednesdays: Walk-in through February 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., HUB Conference Room (lower-level)


Endometriosis & PCOS Wellness Info Session | Thursday, February 19 at noon

Endometriosis & PCOS Wellness Info Session | Thursday, February 19 at noon

The first step in treating endometriosis and/or PCOS is talking to your provider about it. What is it? What are the symptoms? How can it be treated? Join us for this informative wellness session and talk with the experts at UPMC. RSVP in EngageD.


Emotional Intelligence: The Secret Superpower Webinar | Thursday, February 19 at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Emotional Intelligence: The Secret Superpower Webinar | Thursday, February 19 at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

In this webinar, Health Advocate’s EAP Program Manager explores how we connect with and support others, learn strategies to improve our emotional skills, and see how emotional intelligence contributes to success and fulfillment in work and life.


Substance Misuse and the Drug Free Workplace | Tuesday, March 17 | 2-3 p.m.

Substance Misuse and the Drug Free Workplace | Tuesday, March 17 | 2-3 p.m.

Presented by Missy Stine, Ph.D., Executive Director of the Wellness Center. This employee workshop is designed to provide brief education on substance misuse and related problems. RSVP in EngageD.


Spring Into Fitness Challenge Registration

Spring Into Fitness Challenge Registration

Recruit your teammates now to join in the fun that begins on Sunday, March 15, and runs through Saturday, April 25. The Challenge is open to the entire campus community!


YMCA360 Digital Experience for Employees

YMCA360 Digital Experience for Employees

Thanks to a partnership with the Carlisle Family YMCA, all full- and part-time faculty and staff have access to YMCA360—a virtual platform offering a variety of wellness classes to support your health journey. New employees are added regularly.


Special Programs & Announcements


Professional Development


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Fitness Schedule

Classes can be found in EngageD via the Gateway by searching for key words (cardio, Pilates, Zumba), by selecting the Group Fitness category, or click on the links below. Be sure to RSVP for each session you plan to attend.

Mondays 

  • Pilates | 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
  • Gentle Yoga | noon - 1 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio (Starting February 23)

 

Tuesdays

 

Wednesdays

  • Pilates | 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
  • Full Body Circuits | noon - 1 p.m. | Kline Functional Fitness Center (Starting February 18)
  • Sports Yoga | 4:45-5:45 p.m. | Memorial Hall, Old West (Starting February 18)

 

Thursdays

  • Camp Cardio | noon - 1 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio (Starting February 12)

 

Fridays 

  • Zumba | 5-6 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
  • DEW Power Yoga | noon - 1 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio (Starting March 20)